Webinar recording. Fundraising experts Marc Pitman (Concord Leadership Group) and Sue Kindred (SK Consulting) join Timpano Consulting’s Melanie Schmidt for a virtual conversation about fundraising and how to navigate fund development during this global pandemic.
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This week’s 4-H Friday includes Mama Mia Pizza Pockets Recipe, Make a Mosaic, and an Aerospace Adventures Project “Rudder Away” Wright Brothers Front Rudder airplane!. If you would like to take a picture of you or your family doing one of these 4-H projects, feel free to email it to me at penny.tank@wisc.edu with the […]
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Please join us for Virtual Farm Tours at the Arlington and Lancaster Research Stations every Friday at 1 p.m. We’ll be visiting the sheep, swine, beef units as well as the farm center and feed mill. Attendees will get the opportunity to view an animal surgery suite, facilities, tractors getting ready or in the fields, […]
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You may have found yourself eating breakfast at home more than usual versus grabbing a quick bite as you run out the door. If making a nice breakfast was only something you were used to doing on the weekends an now you’re doing it almost daily, you may be running out of ideas, or eating […]
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During this time of COVID-19 and online learning, find below a number of resources that can be used to “keep” you busy. Additionally, they can serve as “county educational requirements”. These are ideas, and county programs will have the final say on if they meet county requirements. This is an evolving list so check back […]
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Spotlight on… Cloth Face Coverings Service Learning Activity Plan
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Dear Waupaca County 4-H Families: As we are all living through this challenging time of the COVID-19 pandemic, please remember the 4 H’s of 4-H—Head, Heart, Hands, and Health. I never could have imagined a time like right now. I want you to know that I am here for you, 4-H is still here for […]
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Greg Blonde, UW-Extension Waupaca County Agriculture Agent has released an updated fact sheet for pricing standing hay. Please refer to this PDF to review the fact sheet.
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As planting season approaches, each management decision is an opportunity to help maintain or even improve crop margins. The following University resources are designed to help approach each crop production and marketing decision as an opportunity to maximize economic impact. Just click the links below to access our UW research based recommendation. Thanks to Extension […]
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This week’s 4-H Friday activities include – CULTURAL ARTS Coloring Eggs with Natural Dyes, NATURESPACE “Penny Walk” Scavenger Hunt, and INTERGENERATIONAL/COMMUNICATION PROJECT: Interview an older family member, family friend, or neighbor (by phone or computer). If you would like to take a picture of you or your family doing one of these 4-H projects, feel […]
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It is critical that agricultural producers have the ability to make clear-headed decisions during times of high-stress, whether during unique situations (such as the current pandemic) or during normal times when farm stress is still a major concern. This video highlight the important of planning and goal setting as a means to “regain” a stronger […]
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Practical information to minimize contact and infection from COVID-19 virus for farmers and others handling agricultural input products – seed, fertilizer, chemicals, feed, etc. in boxes, bags, plastic containers, drums, etc. ALWAYS make sure to follow all recommendations and requirements for additional PPE when handling pesticides (follow label information) and consult MSDS and other safety […]
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Updated on April 8, 2020 Paycheck Protection Program – Farmer eligibility and sign up begins April 3, 2020 The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) provides potentially forgivable loans to small businesses to cover up to two months of payroll costs and/or self-employment income during the COVID-19 crisis. Farmers are eligible for PPP loans through the […]
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4-H Flat Stanley Pen Pal Project is a literacy and communication project for youth in grades K-3 and involves Extension 4-H programs in Langlade, Lincoln, Manitowoc, Waupaca and Wood counties. The project is based on the book, Flat Stanley, by Jeff Brown. In the book, an enormous bulletin board falls on Stanley Lambchop and it […]
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As of March 28, 2020, and until further notice, the Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic is no longer accepting physical samples for diagnoses. Please refer to this resource for guidance on submitting plant disease diagnostic questions and photos.
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Kevin Bernhardt, Extension Farm Management Specialist, provides guidance for managing COVID-19 risk on the dairy farm. He outlines potential scenarios, risks, and resources in this document.
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In cases where a dairy producer is unable to ship their milk to a processor, this factsheet is to provide general information regarding the potential feeding of unpasteurized milk to the dairy herd. Read more: https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/dairy/feeding-unpasteurized-milk-to-the-dairy-herd/
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The Wisconsin DNR released a press release on Friday, April 3, 2020, which provides an environmental compliance roadmap in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Below is an infographic which outlines the Wisconsin DNR environmental compliance process. Additional information regarding COVID-19 can be found at the DHS website and the CDC website.
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Learning by Doing! 4-H Friday is an opportunity to try new activities and learn new skills. If you’re looking for an idea to pass the time and want to try something new, check out the projects in our 4-H Friday Fun-Flyer 4-H Friday will be created weekly with a variety of projects and skill levels […]
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